Sans Faceted Abnis 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, sports branding, industrial, retro, authoritative, athletic, utilitarian, impact, geometry, ruggedness, space economy, branding, angular, chamfered, octagonal, blocky, geometric.
A compact, heavy sans with crisp, faceted construction throughout. Strokes end in consistent chamfered corners, turning curves into planar, octagonal-like forms; bowls and counters feel squared-off with small diagonal cuts rather than smooth arcs. The rhythm is tight and sturdy, with minimal stroke modulation and a slightly condensed stance that emphasizes verticality. Lowercase follows the same architectural logic, with single-storey forms and squared terminals; numerals are equally block-built, producing a uniform, sign-ready texture.
Best suited to display settings where strong presence and fast recognition are needed: posters, headlines, event graphics, bold logos/wordmarks, and packaging with an industrial or athletic direction. It also works well for short labels and UI callouts when large enough to preserve counter clarity.
The font projects a tough, engineered tone—confident and no-nonsense, with a retro industrial edge. Its sharp facets and compact massing evoke athletic lettering, machinery labeling, and bold display titling rather than delicate editorial typography.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a compact footprint, using faceted geometry to replace curves and create a rugged, manufactured aesthetic. The consistent chamfering suggests a deliberate, system-like approach aimed at bold branding and high-contrast visual messaging.
The faceting is applied consistently across diagonals and joins, giving the design a cohesive, modular feel. Openings and counters stay relatively small for the weight, which increases impact at larger sizes while making the overall color dense.